Sitting beside him, Debra put on her lipstick and checked herself in the mirror with a faint smile.

My folks were just teasing. No biggie, Axell! I know youre taken.

T wont meddle.

After a beat, she grew serious. Too bad, though. Dads been mulling a promotion for you, but worries about your personal life getting in the way. Dont fret, Il talk to him.

Axell was taken aback.

He wasnt naive, and he grasped Debras insinuation instantly. If he ditched Jessie, he could land the head surgeon gig and maybe even become the hospital director someday.

was a tempting

hesitated for a moment,

Jessie. So, he opted for a diplomatic approach.

Axel dialed Jessies number as soon as he got back in

just finished her shower when Axells call came

her phone, asking softly, Hows work? Are you feeling tired? Thinking about the awkwardness at Debras party, Axell felt a pang of

replying vaguely, ALL good on my end. I just wrapped up. And

Jessies voice, Axel softened. lll

Sorry about today.

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